Six years on from Colón’s historic run to the Copa Sudamericana final | OneFootball

On September 26, 2019, Colón wrote one of the most glorious chapters in its history. That night in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, the team secured a spot in the final of the Copa Sudamericana after a dramatic penalty shootout against Atlético Mineiro.

The Rojinegro had won 2-1 at the Cementerio de los Elefantes, but in the return leg played at Morumbí, Galo prevailed 2-1 and forced the series to penalties. That’s when Leonardo Burián emerged as the hero, saving two penalty kicks and keeping the international dream alive. The Sabalero ended up winning the shootout 4-3.

The unforgettable scene featured more than 5,000 fans filling the stands of the legendary stadium, erupting with emotion as their team advanced to the grand final in Paraguay.

It was the moment when Colón showed itself to the world, managing to put its name on the international stage and writing an epic that still beats strongly in the collective memory of the Sabalero faithful.

That night not only meant a sporting triumph, but also a historic leap: the club’s first continental final, the beginning of a feeling that transcended borders and continues to ignite the pride of the Rojinegro.

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